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The first poem I will read a tonight. A translation from Bustan, by 13th century Persian poet, Saadi (contemporary of Rumi). I’m a bit nervous. Haven’t read translations for an audience in years. Then I will read new work and poems from both my books. No idea if they’ll “fit.”